4th Annual
Brain Tumor Symposium
Featured Guest Speakers:
Howard A. Fine, MD
Anne Murnick Cogan and David H. Cogan Professor of Oncology
Director, Division of Hematology and Medical Oncology
Director, NYU Brain Tumor Center
New York, New York
Eugene S. Flamm, MD
Jeffrey P. Bergstein Chair in Neurological Surgery
Montefiore Medical Center
Bronx, New York
Friday, October 31, 2014
Hyatt Regency Philadelphia at Penn’s Landing
Course Description
The 4th Annual Brain Tumor Symposium: The History of NeuroOncology and its Evolution in Medicine and Surgery, sponsored
and directed by the Thomas Jefferson University Department of
Neurological Surgery, is designed for all specialists working in the field
of neuro-oncology: neurosurgeons, neurologists, neuro-radiologists,
neuropathologists, as well as family physicians, nurses and trainees
whose practice focuses on the diagnosis, management, and treatment
of brain tumors.
Advance your knowledge and practice in neuro-oncology, a field
that deals with the unique challenges in the diagnosis, treatment and
management of malignant brain tumors. This conference will trace the
evolution of the field and review milestones that changed the course of
treatment and outcomes. Participants will find clinical pearls and draw
lessons from the past. You will be guided through expert analyses of the
current evidence to support best practices in patient care.
Back by Popular Demand! Two Afternoon Break-Out Sessions:
Physician Track and Nurses/Allied Health Professionals Track!
Each session will emphasize updated approaches to the identification,
diagnosis and treatment of brain tumors and the psychological impact
of such a diagnosis through lively interactive case-based discussion. All
attendees will re-convene after the afternoon break-out sessions for the
Closing Remarks immediately following the conference.
Course Objectives
At the conclusion of this conference, participants should be able to:
Critical Milestones in the Improved Care of Brain Tumor Patients
• Identify the origins of neuro-oncology and the impact federally
supported research in the field has had on the neuro-oncologic
fellowship and specialized nurse training, and resulting improvements in
the care of the brain tumor patient.
• Describe the National Brain Tumor Consortia and its role in changing the
course of neuro-oncology practice by examining recent advances and
outcomes.
• Discuss the operating room environment expansion to include advanced
practice nurses and examine the impact of this specialization on perioperative and post-operative care.
Advances in Clinical Care
• Outline the WHO classification scheme for common brain tumors and
examine instances where new knowledge has modified or changed the
classification of certain tumors.
• Change practice patterns and improve patient care and outcomes by
examining the scientific, structural and treatment milestones in
omalignant glioma treatments drawn from Phase III trials
orecent clinical trial reports on acoustic neuromas and treatmentrelated complications
otransphenoidal surgery, with special emphasis on the challenging
anatomy of the sellar region
owhole brain radiation and the rationale for stereotactic radiosurgery as
the sole intervention for brain metastases.
• Identify the basic principles of neuro-immunology and the evolution of
immunotherapy strategies for malignant gliomas, focusing on the unique
constraints of the central nervous system including “immune privilege”.
Advances in Technology
• Describe the challenges faced by neurosurgeons in dealing with tumors
located in and around the brain and critique the evolving technical
advances benefitting patients with brain tumors.
• Examine the application and critically assess the practice and rationale
of the use of lasers, whole brain radiation (digitally reconstructed
radiographs or DRRs), and the Gamma Knife and discuss the clinical
significance of technological milestones that have impacted each
of these treatment options from the neurosurgeon, oncologist, and
radiologist’s perspectives.
Patient Centered Care Objectives
• Demonstrate the need for a multidisciplinary approach to the brain
tumor patient, with emphasis on the importance of collaborative care
and multidisciplinary clinics with an integrated brain tumor service line
and the role it can have to serve the cause of advancing knowledge to
the community.
• Describe the emotional and physical needs from the brain tumor patient
perspective and identify resources and ancillary support families often
need in the care of their loved one and identify the various patientcentered charitable organizations that provide support.
• Assess their individual practice in light of the information and discussions
during the course, and identify specific strategies to implement as part of
a continuing improvement process for their practices.
(Preliminary Agenda/Subject to Change)
7:00 AM Registration, Continental Breakfast, & Exhibits
7:45 AM Welcome and Introduction of Keynote Speakers
David W. Andrews, MD, FACS
Lyndon J. Kim, MD
8:00 AM Glioma Stem Cells: If Not a Paradigm Change, at Least a Better Model
Howard A. Fine, MD
8:40 AM Keynote Lecture: The Evolution of Neurosurgical Innovations for
Intracranial Neoplasms
Eugene S. Flamm, MD
Introduction of Keynote Speaker by Kevin D. Judy, MD, FACS
9:10 AM Sixty Years of Trials for Malignant Gliomas:
Evolution of the Standard of Care
David W. Andrews, MD, FACS
9:40 AM Evolution of Neuro-Oncologic Fellowship Training
Jon Glass, MD
10:10 AM Break & Exhibits
10:30 AM Lasers and Brain Tumors: Where We’ve Been and Where We’re Going
Kevin D. Judy, MD, FACS
11:00 AM Transphenoidal Surgery: From the Flashlight to
Microscope to Endoscope
James J. Evans, MD, FACS
11:30 AM Evolution of National and International Brain Tumor Consortia
Lyndon J. Kim, MD
12:00 PM The Ongoing Challenge of Treating Acoustic Neuromas
Christopher J. Farrell, MD
12:30 PM Lunch & Exhibits
1:15 PM Radiation Therapy for Brain Metastases:
Evolution of Practice over Half a Century
Maria Werner-Wasik, MD
1:45 PM Break/Move to Breakout Session
All attendees will re-convene after the afternoon break-out sessions
for the Closing Remarks in the Grand Ballroom
PRACTICING PHYSICIAN TRACK: UPDATES FROM JEFFERSON PHYSICIANS
GRAND BALLROOM
1:55 PM The Revolutions in Imaging that Have Changed Practice
for Brain Tumors
Kiran S. Talekar, MD
2:15 PM The WHO Classification System of Tumors: A Work in Progress
Lawrence C. Kenyon, MD, PhD
2:35 PM Break & Exhibits
3:00 PM The Complex and Rapidly Evolving Story of our Immune System and
the History of Immunotherapy for Brain Tumors
Douglas C. Hooper, PhD
3:20 PM The Birth of Radiosurgery and its Evolution:
From Gamma Rays to Robots to Sculpting X-Rays
Wenyin Shi, MD, PhD
3:40 PM Special Lecture: The First Brain Tumor Operation in
North America at Thomas Jefferson University
Jewell L. Osterholm, MD, FACS, FAHA
NURSE AND ALLIED HEALTH PROFESSIONAL TRACK:
UPDATES FROM JEFFERSON PHYSICIANS AND NURSES
COLUMBUS BALLROOM
1:55 PM The Evolution of Sub-specialty Nursing Care in Neuro-Oncology
Catherine Harris, PhD, CRNP, MBA
2:15 PM The Evolution of Nursing and Neurocritical Care for the
Brain Tumor Patient
Matthew Vibbert, MD
2:35 PM Break & Exhibits
3:00 PM The March to Sub-specialization: First Assisting in the OR
Jennifer Sheehan, CRNP
3:20 PM The Evolution of Charitable Organizations for
Patient Support and Basic Research:
From Komen to Tug McGraw to the Mary Kline Classic
Joseph McBride, RN, BSN
3:40 PM The Multidisciplinary Experience of Brain Tumor Patient Care
from the Nursing Perspective: Personal Historical Perspective
Daniel Clancy, RN
FINAL PLENARY SESSION
GRAND BALLROOM
4:00 PM Closing Remarks
David W. Andrews, MD, FACS
For additional information please visit
http://jeffline.jefferson.edu/jeffcme/Neurosurgery/
JEFFERSON CO-COURSE DIRECTORS
JEFFERSON FACULTY
Kevin D. Judy, MD, FACS
Professor, Neurological Surgery
Section Chief of Surgical Neuro-Oncology
James J. Evans, MD, FACS
Professor, Neurological Surgery and OtolaryngologyHead and Neck Surgery
Director of Cranial Base and Pituitary Surgery
Co-Director, Jefferson Center for Minimally Invasive
Cranial Base Surgery and Endoscopic Neurosurgery
David W. Andrews, MD, FACS
Professor, Neurological Surgery
Vice Chair of Clinical Services
Department of Neurological Surgery
Division Chief, Division of Neuro-Oncology
Joseph McBride, RN, BSN
Nurse, Department of Neurological Surgery
GUEST FACULTY
Howard A. Fine, MD
Anne Murnick Cogan and David H. Cogan Professor of Oncology
Director, Division of Hematology & Medical Oncology
Director, NYU Brain Tumor Center
Deputy Director, NYU Cancer Institute
Director, Bellevue Hospital Cancer Center
The New York University (NYU) Langone Medical Center
NYU Cancer Institute
New York, New York
Eugene S. Flamm, MD
Jeffrey P. Bergstein Chair in Neurological Surgery
Montefiore Medical Center
Bronx, New York
Daniel Clancy, RN
Clinical Senior Manager
Department of Radiation Oncology
Christopher J. Farrell, MD
Assistant Professor, Neurological Surgery
Division of Neuro-Oncology
Jon Glass, MD
Associate Professor, Neurological Surgery
Section Chief of Medical Neuro-Oncology
Division of Neuro-Oncology
Catherine Harris, PhD, CRNP, MBA
Assistant Professor, Graduate Program
Jefferson School of Nursing
Douglas C. Hooper, PhD
Professor, Cancer Biology
Lawrence Kenyon, MD, PhD
Associate Professor, Pathology
Associate Director, Neuropathology
Surgical Pathology Director, Autopsy
Lyndon Kim, MD
Associate Professor, Neurological Surgery and Oncology
Division of Neuro-Oncology
Jewell L. Osterholm, MD, FACS, FAHA
Professor Emeritus, Neurological Surgery
Kiran S. Talekar, MD
Assistant Professor, Radiology
Jennifer Sheehan, CRNP
Nurse Practitioner, Department of Neurological Surgery
The Sidney Kimmel Cancer Center (SKCC) was founded in 1991
and is one of a select group of cancer centers in the nation
designated by the National Cancer Institute. Today, the KCC
has approximately 150 members that include physicians and
scientists dedicated to discovery and development of novel
approaches for cancer treatment.
Wenyin Shi, MD, PhD
Assistant Professor, Radiation Oncology
Matthew Vibbert, MD
Assistant Professor, Neurology and Neurological Surgery
Maria Werner-Wasik, MD
Professor, Radiation Oncology
Have you heard?
Jefferson Medical College is now The Sidney Kimmel Medical College at Thomas Jefferson University!
Jefferson Medical College has been renamed The Sidney Kimmel Medical College at Thomas Jefferson University, effective June 17, 2014 as a
result of an historic and transformative gift from the Sidney Kimmel Foundation.
Accreditation Information
Sidney Kimmel Medical College at Thomas Jefferson University is accredited by the ACCME to provide continuing medical education for
physicians. Sidney Kimmel Medical College designates this live activity for a maximum of 6.25 AMA PRA Category 1 CreditsTM. Physicians should
claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.
Thomas Jefferson University Hospital is an approved provider of continuing nursing education by the PA State Nurses Association, an
accredited approver by the American Nurses Credentialing Center’s Commission on Accreditation. A maximum of 6.3 nursing contact hours
will be awarded for this program. The participant must attend the entire program to be eligible for full contact hour credit.
Faculty Disclosure
All faculty at continuing educating activities for nurses, physicians and allied health professionals are required to disclose to the audience
(1) any significant financial relationships with the manufacturer(s) of any commercial products, goods or services and (2) any unlabeled/
unapproved uses of drugs or devices discussed in their presentations. Such disclosures will be made in writing in the course presentation
materials.
Exhibits
Exhibits will be open during registration, breaks, and lunch. We wish to thank our grantors and exhibitors for their participation and support of
this conference.
Parking Information
The hotel offers a variety parking. Fees are as follows: · Self-Parking--$12.00 · Valet-Parking--$19.00
These rates only apply to guests who are attending the event only. These rates do not apply to any guest staying overnight. Overnight guest will
pay the regular inclusive rate of $30.00 for self -parking and $40.80 for valet parking. These rates are subject to change without notice.
HOTEL ACCOMMODATIONS
Hyatt Regency Philadelphia Hotel Rooms are Available – Please call the hotel reservations department at 888-421-1442 to reserve a room and
reference Jefferson Medical College or book online at: https://resweb.passkey.com/go/jeffersonmedcollege
Room Rate: Single/Double - $209 (plus tax) Triple Occupancy- $234 (plus tax) Quadruple Occupancy- $259 (plus tax)
Reservations must be received no later than October 9, 2014.
4th Annual Brain Tumor Symposium October 31, 2014
Cancellations/Refund Policy
Requests for refunds must be submitted in writing and received in the
Office of CME by October 24, 2014. There will be no refunds after this
date. There will be a $50 processing fee for all refunds. There will be a
$20 processing fee for Non Jefferson Residents & Fellows. All refunds
will be processed after the conference. Registrants who fail to attend the
conference are responsible for the entire fee. The University reserves the
right to cancel or postpone this course due to unforeseen circumstances.
In the event of a cancellation or postponement, the University will refund
registration fees, but is not responsible for related costs or expenses to
participants, including cancellation fees assessed by hotels, airlines or
travel agencies.
Registration Information
The registration fee for the entire course is $165.00 for Physicians and
$140.00 for Nurses and Allied Health Professionals before October 24,
2014. The Registration Fee includes all course materials, CME Certificate,
CNE Certificate, and continental breakfast, lunch and refreshment breaks.
The registration fee does not include parking. Your registration will be
confirmed via email. Exhibits will be displayed throughout the conference.
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